Work on the new online platform “Workshop in a Box” is well underway as part of the Ataatsimoorluta Aalasa project, and several associations and specialized federations have already expressed interest.
The platform makes it easy for organizations to promote the well-being and safety of children and young people. Once the program is completed, the organization can be certified as a child-friendly organization by the Greenland Sports Federation.
Interest and Initial Experiences
The project group has been in dialogue with several sports federations, which see potential in using the platform and promoting it to their member clubs. Among other things, the platform can help clubs develop contingency plans for use within the club, at tournaments, or during gatherings.
NSP was the first association to test the platform in practice. Through the workshop, the association developed its own child policy and emergency response plan, which form a common foundation for its work on safety and well-being. The completed process has also led to NSP now being certified as a “Child-Friendly Association” under the Greenland Sports Federation (GIF).
A Common Language for Security
The workshop provides a step-by-step guide to working with:
- Develop a children's policy
- Develop a specific emergency response plan
- Knowledge and Proper Handling of Child Protection Certificates
This process helps the club bring together its experiences, values, and practices within a clear framework. This makes it easier for everyone in the club—children, coaches, parents, and volunteers—to understand what the club stands for and how to look out for one another.
The goal is to establish a common language and clear guidelines within the association. At the same time, the process is intended to reinforce what is already working well.
The course is online and can be completed at your own pace along with the rest of the association.
The platform was developed in collaboration with UNICEF, Paarisa, and the Greenland Sports Federation as part of the Ataatsimoorluta Aalasa project.
